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$223,354$100 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

515 S MICHIGAN AVE

BIG RAPIDS, MI 49307
2
Baths
2,233 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$223K
$198K low$249K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,213 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$118,700 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$99,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$237,400

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.25
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMECOSTA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 306 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Riverview Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Big Rapids Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Big Rapids High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Big Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49307These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.125 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,905
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,799
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

515 S Michigan Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Big Rapids 49307
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Mecosta County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Big Rapids 49307
  • Older than 96% of homes in Mecosta County

What homes are worth in Big Rapids 49307

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$49K$573K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Big Rapids 49307.

How it measures up in Big Rapids 49307

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Big Rapids 49307.

Estimated value$223,354
CheaperTypical $215,891Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$100
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area2,233 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,448 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.78 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 515 S Michigan Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBig Rapids 49307Mecosta County
Estimated valuepricier than$223,35453% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10018% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,233 ft²87% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac18% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than190011% of homes4% of homes

About 515 S Michigan Ave

How much is 515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI is $223,354 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $197,619 to $249,089. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI last sell?

515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI?

515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI has 2 bathrooms, 2,233 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI built?

515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI?

515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI is assigned to Riverview Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Big Rapids Middle School (middle), rated B-; Big Rapids High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Big Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Big Rapids 49307?

Among the 5,458 homes in Big Rapids 49307, it is worth more than 53% of them ($223,354 against a typical $215,891), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($100 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,233 ft² against a typical 1,448 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.78 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1900 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Mecosta County, it is worth more than 57% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 515 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI was $4,213. The county assessed it at $118,700.

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